Hanoi, Jan. 21 -- The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam is expected to define a new strategic vision and usher in what has been described as a "new era of the nation's rise", driven by aspirations for rapid, sustainable and prosperous development.

Drawing on the country's development experience, many scholars, experts and policymakers believe Vietnam is entering a new stage in its development trajectory.

The 14th National Party Congress is not only a major political milestone, but also a moment to establish a new mindset of confidence, initiative and a strong aspiration to rise as the nation enters a new era of development, according to Dr. Pham Thi Tram, Deputy Director of the Institute of Human Geography and Sus...